West Ham and Middlesbrough are both thought to be interested in signing Atletico Madrid midfielder, Thomas Partey.
As reported by Spanish outlet, AS, the Hammers were impressed with the midfielder during the recent African Cup of Nations and are interested in negotiating a summer deal.
Partey’s long-term future appears to be away from Atletico Madrid and Aitor Karanka is also thought to be a huge admirer of the midfielder, who is under contract until 2020 in Madrid.
The Ghanian international has failed to hold down a regular place with the La Liga side this season.
The player’s current deal with Diego Simeone’s side reportedly has a €24 million release clause.
Throughout the season, for club and country, Partey has proved his versatility by playing in a more defensive holding role as well as a more advanced role.
It’s likely that had Madrid not have been involved in a transfer ban, the player could’ve already left, but Simeone has been reluctant to allow any players to leave while they’re unable to replace them.
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